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SY06 YTD

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

68,020 mi
Last recorded68,020 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2017
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY06 YTD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2017 68,020 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2017 68,020 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 59,207 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 54,892 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Corrosion on exhaust system

Light scratches on windscreen

Pass 25 Jul 2014 53,321 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Light scratches on front windscreen

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Some corrosion on exhaust system

Pass 7 Aug 2013 50,720 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 46,155 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

perishing on sidewall of nearside rear tyre

scratches on front windscreen

Pass 10 Aug 2011 42,323 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

both rear brakes scrubbing slightly

engine oil level at min mark

rhr tyre side walls perished

Pass 13 Aug 2010 38,294 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

O/s wiper blade torn (still clearing screen).

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Slight dampness in o/s/r lamp

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 33,371 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2009 33,371 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beetle?

Based on 1,719,137 MOT tests across 112,454 vehicles.

71.7%
Pass Rate
4,798
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
112,454
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 44,561
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 33,096
Stop lamp not working 28,079
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 27,964
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 23,197
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SY06 YTD is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 67,762 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Beetle fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 44,561 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SY06 YTD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Beetle typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 20 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SY06 YTD registered?

SY06 YTD is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 24 May 2006.

Is SY06 YTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY06 YTD shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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